Changsha (Changsha) to Ürümqi (CSX–URC) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CSX–URC is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines and Fuzhou Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,790 miles in approximately 4h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines Also: 3U | 35 | 32N, 738, 7M8 | 4h50-6h50 | – | SkyTeam | 3U |
| HU Hainan Airlines | 14 | 73H | 4h45 | – | – | – |
| FU Fuzhou Airlines | 7 | 737 | 4h40 | – | – | – |
| MF Xiamen Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| QW Qingdao Airlines Also: 3U | 0 | – | – | – | – | 3U |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Ürümqi from Changsha (Changsha)
| Metric | CSX→URC | KHN→URC |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from CSX | – | 169 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 77 | 7 |
| Flight time | 4h 40m | 4h 50m |
Travel Essentials
CSX: CST · URC: +06
When it's 6:00 PM in Changsha (Changsha), it's 4:00 PM in Ürümqi.
Changsha Metro Line 6 connects the city centre (Changsha South Railway Station interchange) to the airport in 50 minutes for CNY 8–10. The metro operates from roughly 06:30 to 23:00. Airport shuttle buses depart from major hotels and the railway station for CNY 20.DiDi and taxis run from the city centre for CNY 80–130 depending on traffic; the airport is about 25 km east of the city. Driving via G60 Shanghai–Kunming Expressway with dedicated airport exit takes 35–50 minutes in normal conditions.
Airport shuttle buses depart from outside arrivals to the city centre for CNY 20–30 and take 30–40 minutes. Taxis and DiDi queue outside the terminal; fares to downtown are CNY 40–70. The terminal has a taxi dispatch system; queue at the designated stand rather than accepting offers from touts.Ürümqi is a domestic hub for flights across Xinjiang; connections to Kashgar (KHG), Hotan (HTN), and other regional cities are frequent. Rental cars are available, but international driving permits may be required; verify current regulations before booking.
Semi-arid continental climate with extreme seasonal variation. Winters (November–March) are severe and prolonged at −15 to −5°C with heavy snowfall, ice, and persistent cold that regularly causes de-icing delays and ground stops. Ürümqi is one of the most continentally extreme climates of any major airport in the world.
Summers (June–August) are hot and dry at 28–36°C with low humidity and excellent visibility. Spring sandstorms can reduce airport visibility significantly. Autumn is brief. Pack serious cold-weather gear for winter travel. Temperatures occasionally drop below −25°C.
CSX–URC Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CSX to URC
Changsha Huanghua International Airport (CSX) and Ürümqi Tianshan International Airport (URC) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines, Fuzhou Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Xiamen Air and Qingdao Airlines. With 77 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CSX to URC Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CSX to URC ranges from 4 hours 40 minutes to 6 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,790 miles (2,880 km). There are approximately 77 weekly flights outbound and 77 return, totaling 154 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via GYS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Nanchang (KHN).